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When it comes to choosing the appropriate time for a child’s first ortho consult, many orthodontists now recommend as early as seven years of age. With the upper molars typically either erupted or on their way by then, there is already a good indication of where the molar occlusion will be, and the orthodontist has […]
Dr. Paul Belzycki's Note This case is about a 35-year-old African female who presented with discomfort in the lower anterior segment where some form of Fibrous Osseous Dysplasia was present. The patient went on to consult with an orthodontist who suggested a treatment plan that included extractions, orthodontics and orthognathic surgery. This presentation explains how […]
Many gut and oral health conditions are associated with an underlying dysbiotic state. And a growing number of studies are now showing that many of these conditions, including periodontitis, may benefit from the use of probiotics. But what are probiotics and what specific applications do they have for oral health? In this episode of CDA […]
The D3 Group is a translational research and education network focussed on Developmental Dental Disorders. Originally formed around the leadership of Professor Mike Hubbard at the University of Melbourne, Australia, the group has now grown to become a global network. Following the success of their recent ground-breaking translational workshop on Molar Hypomineralization and Chalky Teeth, […]
It’s the end of a long day at the dental office and an emergency patient shows up with a swelling. Your gut tells you it’s endodontic in origin and the temptation is to write a prescription for antibiotics and see the patient another day. But is this an appropriate course of action? When should dentists […]